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Self, Aside

Self, Aside

Season 5 Episode 15
27:01
Through the Fire

Through the Fire

Season 5 Episode 16
26:47
The Incomparable

The Incomparable

Season 5 Episode 17
26:46
The Headliners

The Headliners

Season 5 Episode 18
26:46
Power Through Purpose

Power Through Purpose

Season 5 Episode 19
26:46
From The Top

From The Top

Season 5 Episode 20
26:46
Life's Work

Life's Work

Season 5 Episode 21
26:46
The Exceptionals

The Exceptionals

Season 5 Episode 22
26:46
Beyond the Status Quo

Beyond the Status Quo

Season 5 Episode 23
26:46
By the Horns

By the Horns

Season 5 Episode 24
26:46
Wayfinders

Wayfinders

Season 5 Episode 25
26:46
The Roots of Creativity

The Roots of Creativity

Season 5 Episode 26
26:47
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Articulate

What Matters Most

Season 5 Episode 14

Marina Benjamin writes to parse the questions that loom largest in her life. It’s a self-examination, yes. But never self-obsession. Stefan Sagmeister has spent the past 40-odd years demonstrating how graphic design can make even the most abstract ideas tangible. Donald Nally, conductor of the groundbreaking chamber choir, The Crossing, wants audiences to listen, and think.

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